(Registration has been updated on 8/18/2017 to open registration to all.)

This is the fall meeting of the 2017-2018 SNMA administration. This meeting is intended for current SNMA members.A modest administration fee of $5 is charged to SNMA members, while non-members may register for the weekend’s events for $75.Of course, we encourage regular SNMA membership, so if you choose now to become a member, register on-line for your membership first (it must be approved), then register for the NLI the next day.

Meeting Locations

Friday EveningFriday Evening reception; and, Saturday/Sunday

(small group meetings) (all registered)

Hilton Philadelphia City AvenuePhiladelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM)

Afternoon:Board of Directors meeting continues, adjourning around 2:00 PM.Departures from Philadelphia are best arranged for 4:00 PM and later in the evening, from the Philadelphia airport or Union Station.

A detailed schedule will be posted.

To register, click on the link below. The deadline for the registering is: Monday, September 25, 2017.

Guest rooms for NLI/BOD participants have been arranged at the following hotel in Philadelphia, near the school, Sept. 29, 2017 – Oct. 1, 2017.

Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue

4200 City Avenue

Philadelphia, PA19131

Telephone Hotel Direct and Reservations:(267) 969-3017

Group Name: SNMA National Leadership Institute

Group Code: SNM

Check-in: 29 SEP 2017; Check-out: 01 OCT 2017

The website URL for reservations ishere. The host hotel is on the PCOM campus, so attendees staying at the hotel will be able to walk to all sessions, Friday – Sunday.

All individuals are responsible for their own lodging and for making their own reservations. SNMA does not cover travel and lodging costs. For reservations at the hotel, please call the Hilton’s toll-free number, 1-800-HILTONS (445-8667) and refer to the code, noted above.

The hotel’s special group rate for single/double accommodations is $139.00, plus local tax of 15 .5% per night.All guest reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card.Sharing is encouraged.When calling, identify yourself as part of the “SNM PCOM Room Block.”The cut-off date for making reservations at the group rate is September 15, 2017.

You may still be able to get a room after the cut-off date, but there is no guarantee that the same rate will be offered, so if your travel plans are uncertain, it is better to reserve now.There is no penalty imposed, if you have to cancel later, but be sure and also check the hotel’s cancellation policy.

Check-in time is 4:00 PM.Check-out is at 11:00 AM. On Sunday, you will need to bring your baggage to the meeting location or ask the hotel Bell Desk to store it for you until you return for your departure.

Parking at the hotel is $5.00 for the parking lot and $10.00 for valet parking.

Travel

Philadelphia is drivable from several east coast locations. The PCOM website provides precise instructions for driving and local parking, but also features recommendations for travel by train and air. Click herefor travel information and maps.

Weekend Program Notes

Two meals will be furnished: lunch on Saturday and breakfast for Board member on Sunday. Come prepared to venture into the Philadelphia neighborhood for other dining, including the restaurant at the hotel. Some options include, Delmonico's Steakhouse (upscale), at the Hilton; Szechuan Express (oriental), in the Bela Cynwyd Shopping Center, across from the school; Katz Deli Kitchen, also across from the school; and, City Line Pizza, on 47th Street, nearby.